Gold nanocluster-based MOFs with modifiable electronic properties also exhibit semiconductor-like behavior and adjustable conductivity

https://phys.org/news/2025-12-gold-nanoclusters-materials-nanoelectronics.html

"gold nanoclusters (act like individual atoms) assembled into 3D framework using metal ions, forming cluster-based MOFs... assembly allows for precise control/ fine-tuning material's properties... reducing distance between gold nanoclusters improved material's electrical conductivity as much as 31X... metal ions' electron structure affects material's overall electrical conductivity... 4 cluster-based MOF materials created... poised to revolutionize nanoelectronics"